Sig-sauer SIG556xi Manuale Utente

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS IN THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS FIREARM; DO NOT DISCARD THIS MANUAL.This instruction manual should alway

10www.sigsauer.comTopic PageMagazine Inspection and Care ... 63Care and Cleaning ...

www.sigsauer.com11WARNINGS OF GREAT IMPORTANCEARE FOUND WITHIN THIS MANUALOTHER CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS APPEAR THROUGHOUT THE MANUALFIREARMS ARE DANGERO

12www.sigsauer.com WARNING - ALTERATIONSThis product was designed to function properly in its original condition. Alterations can make it unsafe. Do

www.sigsauer.com13GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION AND MECHANICAL CHARACTERISTICS1.0 Safety InformationThe safety warnings in this manual are important. By

14www.sigsauer.com1.1 Protect Your Eyes And EarsAlways wear safety glasses and ear plugs or “earmuff” type protectors whenever you are shooting. Alway

www.sigsauer.com152.1.2 Barrel With Receiver And Gas SystemThe barrel is mechanically mated to the receiver. The flash suppressor is screwed onto the

16www.sigsauer.com2.1.3 BoltThe bolt consists of two main parts:• Bolt Carrier• Bolt Head a. Bolt Carrier: The bolt carrier guides the bolt head, cont

www.sigsauer.com172.1.4 HandguardsThe handguards protect the barrel and the gas system from damage and provide protection from burning. The integrated

18www.sigsauer.com2.1.5 Trigger Casing Assembly and Butt StockThe trigger casing assembly contains the internal components of the firing and safety me

www.sigsauer.com19 WARNING – Be careful of accidental discharges when inserting gloved fingers into the trigger guard. The SIG556xi rifle is equi

2www.sigsauer.comState-By-State WarningsCertain states require, by law, that their own specified warning notices, in larger-than-normal type be conspi

20www.sigsauer.com2.1.6 Gas Valve PositionThe gas volume required for the function of the SIG556xi rifle can be controlled by the gas valve. The gas v

www.sigsauer.com21If cycling or ejection problems are encountered due to heavy fouling, the gas valve can be moved to Position 2 by rotating clockwise

22www.sigsauer.com2.1.7 Butt Stock Operation1. The butt stock provides for easy adjustment of length to accommodate the individual shooter or for stor

www.sigsauer.com23Front Sight Elevation AdjustmentElevation adjustments are made to the front sight upon initial zeroing of the rifle. An M16A2/M4 typ

24www.sigsauer.comBUIS Installation on the SIG556xiThe SIG556xi is equipped with the SIG BUIS. This rear sight offers a rapid adjustment for range a

www.sigsauer.com25 WARNING - SIGHTSDo not adjust or otherwise manipulate any sight system on the rifle without first confirming the magazine is remove

26www.sigsauer.com2.1.10 MagazineThe Rifle ships with one (1) 30-round magazine. The SIG556xi is compatible with M16/AR-15 type magazines. The 556xi R

www.sigsauer.com27The safety is “ON” when the safety lever is in the “S” (SAFE) position and the trigger guard is closed. In this position, the rifle

28www.sigsauer.comLEFT SIDE VIEWMANUAL SAFETY LEVER(RIGHT SIDE OF RIFLE)OPERATION OF SAFETY FOR SELECT FIRE VERSIONSThe SIG556xi Select Fire has a man

www.sigsauer.com29The safety lever should always be in the “S” (SAFE) position except when the shooter is actually firing the rifle. The safety lever

www.sigsauer.com3MAINE:“ENDANGERING THE WELFARE OF A CHILD IS A CRIME. IF YOU LEAVE A FIREARM AND AMMUNITION WITHIN EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD, YOU MAY BE

30www.sigsauer.comLEFT SIDE VIEWSEMI-AUTOAUTOMATICRIGHT SIDE VIEWSEMI-AUTOAUTOMATIC⤴⤴⤴⤴

www.sigsauer.com31WARNING - MANUAL SAFETY Keep the safety “ON” unless actually firing. Always move the safety to its intended position and check it. T

32www.sigsauer.comBolt Catch Lever The SIG556xi rifle is equipped with a bolt catch lever. The purpose of the bolt catch lever is two-fold. The bolt c

www.sigsauer.com33Ammunition1. Use only high quality, original, factory-manufactured ammunition. Do not use cartridges that are dirty, wet, corroded,

34www.sigsauer.com WARNING3. Firearms may be severely damaged and serious injury to the shooter or to others may result from any condition causin

www.sigsauer.com356. If there is any reason to suspect that a bullet is obstructing the barrel, immediately unload the firearm and look through the bo

36www.sigsauer.com WARNING - LEAD EXPOSUREDischarging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, cleaning firearms, or handling ammunition may result in exp

www.sigsauer.com37TO LOAD AND FIRE (WITH MAGAZINE)3.0 Handling3.1 Important Instructions• Before manipulating the weapon, ensure the safety lever is

38www.sigsauer.com3.2 Loading The Rifle1. Ensure the safety lever is in the “S” (SAFE) position; 2. Insert the magazine and check that it is properly

www.sigsauer.com393.3 Loading The Magazine 1. Ensure the magazine is the proper type and caliber for the rifle; 2. Hold the magazine vertically; 3. Pl

4www.sigsauer.comNEW YORK CITY, NY: “THE USE OF A LOCKING DEVICE OR SAFETY LOCK IS ONLY ONE ASPECT OF RESPONSIBLE FIREARMS STORAGE. FOR INCREASED SAFE

40www.sigsauer.com3.5 Reloading (Rifle Empty, Bolt Locked Open)1. Ensure the safety lever is in the “S” (SAFE) position;2. Remove the magazine by pres

www.sigsauer.com41Never carry or leave unattended any firearm which is cocked and ready to fire! When cocked, it could fire from slight pressure on th

42www.sigsauer.comWARNING - FIRINGWARNING - HANDLINGIf dropped or struck with the safety “off,” the rifle may fire. Keep chamber empty unless actually

www.sigsauer.com43TO UNLOAD MAGAZINE AND RIFLE4.0 Unloading1. Ensure the safety lever is in the “S” (SAFE) position.2. Ensure bolt is locked open (cha

44www.sigsauer.comWARNING - UNLOADINGRemoving cartridges from the magazine does not prevent the rifle from being fired! When there is a cartridge in t

www.sigsauer.com45TO EXTRACT AND EJECT A CHAMBERED CARTRIDGEWhen the rifle is fired, the same gas pressure which drives the bullet forward also acts t

46www.sigsauer.comTO CLEAR A MALFUNCTION (“JAM”)5.0 Procedures In Case Of MalfunctionShould the rifle fail to fire, perform the following actions:• C

www.sigsauer.com47If the rifle still will not fire:• Put safety lever in the “S” (SAFE) position;• Unload per section 4.0;• Clean weapon per sectio

48www.sigsauer.comA cartridge fires when the firing pin impacts the primer, and also can be “discharged” before it is chambered if its primer receives

www.sigsauer.com49TO DISASSEMBLE6.0 Field Strip Disassembly1. Unload rifle (see section 5.0) – visually and physically check to ensure the rifle is cl

www.sigsauer.com5THE BASIC RULES OF SAFE FIREARMS HANDLING1. ALWAYS treat every gun as if it were loaded.2. ALWAYS be sure the barrel is clear of any

50www.sigsauer.com6. Depress the charging handle catch and remove the charging handle; 7. Using the charging handle, push the bolt carrier assembly to

www.sigsauer.com519. Handguard Removal: NOTICE DO NOT REMOVE THE HANDGUARD ASSEMBLY UNLESS THE UPPER AND LOWER RECEIVERS ARE SEPARATED. REMOVAL OF T

52www.sigsauer.coma. Push out pivot pin.b. Slide handguard off towardmuzzle of barrel.C. Remove the upper rail section.Note: The flip up front sight (

www.sigsauer.com5311. Depress the detent and rotate the gas valve until the flange is clear and the valve can be pulled forward out of the gas tube;

54www.sigsauer.com13. Pull the gas tube forward out of the gas block; 14. Remove the firing pin:a. Depress the firing pin by pressing the rear of the

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56www.sigsauer.com6.1 ReassemblyThe rifle should always be reassembled in the reverse order of disassembly:1. Install the firing pin:a. Insert the fir

www.sigsauer.com573. Install the operating rod assembly:a. Insert the operating rod assembly into the gas tube. Ensure the end with the charging hand

58www.sigsauer.com5. Install the handguard:a. Place top portion of handguard back in place on upper receiver, and fit behind gas block.

www.sigsauer.com596. Assemble the bolt head and bolt carrier:a. Place the bolt carrier in your hand, upside down, cam to the front.b. With the notch f

6www.sigsauer.com WARNING - LOCKING DEVICESThis firearm was originally sold with a key- operated locking device. While it can help provide secure sto

60www.sigsauer.com8. Connect trigger casing assembly to receiver assembly:a. Mate the receiver and trigger casing together at the front takedown pin,

www.sigsauer.com616.2 Function Check Each time the weapon is stripped, verify its functions as follows:Sequence of Procedure1. Unload in accordance wi

62www.sigsauer.comFor Select-Fire rifles only:c. Cycle the action (for Select-Fire rifles)d. Safety lever on “F” FIRE, pull the trigger and hold it ba

www.sigsauer.com63MAGAZINE INSPECTION AND CAREInspect the magazine frequently. The magazine follower must move freely and have adequate spring tension

64www.sigsauer.comCARE AND CLEANING1. Your rifle is delivered factory packaged and preserved with a light coating of protective grease and oils. Befor

www.sigsauer.com65WARNING - STORAGE:Never place or store any firearm in such a manner that it may be dislodged. Firearms should always be stored secur

66www.sigsauer.comMalfunction Cause CorrectionFeedNo round fed into the chamber Magazine not properly insertedor magazine is deformed or dirtyInsert

www.sigsauer.com67Malfunction Cause CorrectionIgnitionHammer drops but round does not fireFiring pin obstructed Inspect, clean and lubricate the rifl

68www.sigsauer.comMAINTENANCE8.0 Maintenance All firearms require periodic maintenance and inspection which may reveal a need for adjustment or repair

www.sigsauer.com698.1 CleaningThe SIG556xi rifle must be cleaned after each shooting session or whenever performance is suspect. Clean the rifle as fo

www.sigsauer.com7FIREARMS SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITYThis owner’s manual is designed to assist you in learning how to use and care for your SIG SAUE

70www.sigsauer.comSERVICE AND PARTS POLICYParts PolicyOur Service Department maintains a full complement of replacement parts. Even though most gunsmi

www.sigsauer.com71WARNING - PARTS PURCHASE:It is the purchaser’s responsibility to be absolutely certain that any parts ordered from the factory are c

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www.sigsauer.com73Service PolicyIf you have questions concerning the performance or servicing of your rifle, please write or call:SIG SAUER Inc.Attent

74www.sigsauer.comShipping Firearms for RepairReturning Your Firearm For Service In the event you need to return your rifle to the SIG SAUER Service D

www.sigsauer.com757. Ship your firearms insured and prepaid (we do not accept collect shipments) to:SIG SAUER Inc.Attention: Service Department18 Indu

76www.sigsauer.com9.0 Technical SpecificationsPISTOL SBR PATROLCALIBER5.56x45mm NATO or 7.62x39 RussianOVERALL LENGTH (STOCK EXTENDED)520.7mm (20.5 in

www.sigsauer.com77PISTOL SBR PATROLCYCLIC RATE620-750 rpm 620-750 rpm 620-750 rpmSIGHT RADIUS386mm (15.2in) 386mm (15.2in)386mm (15.2in)Classic: 463mm

78www.sigsauer.com1 FLASH SUPPRESSOR, EXTENDED2 STOP PIN SPRING PIN3 PIN STOP4 STOP PIN SPRING5 GAS VALVE, FULL6 PIN, GAS BLOCK RETAINING7 BLOC

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80www.sigsauer.com9.2 SIG556xi Select Fire Lower Parts List & Diagram1 TRIGGER CASING, SEMI, HINGED2 HANDGUARD, PLASTIC3 LEFT MAG RELEASE, AMBI

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82www.sigsauer.comSIG SAUER® Limited Lifetime Firearms WarrantySIG SAUER warrants that the enclosed firearm was originally manufactured free of defect

www.sigsauer.com83Notes:

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